SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Public Health today announced that counties that have attested to meeting the criteria for accelerated re-opening may re-open hair salons and barbershops with modifications such as mandatory face coverings for both barbers or stylists and clients. State public health leaders noted that Californians staying at home and exercising caution when out helped flatten the COVID-19 curve. Public health leaders acknowledge that today’s announcement is also possible based on statewide indicators such as PPE, testing capacity, hospital surge capacity and hospitalizations.

Permitted activities include services that can be provided with both the worker and customer wearing face coverings throughout the service. These include haircuts, hair coloring, blowouts, weaves and extensions, braiding, lock maintenance, wig maintenance and hair relaxing treatments.

Salon activities that cannot be done with face coverings on both the worker and client – or that require touching the client’s face – such as shaving, facial waxing, threading, eyelash services and facials – remain prohibited at this time in all counties. Likewise, nail salons remain closed.

“Together, Californians have limited infections in our state, and because of that work, many counties may make a decision to restart modified hair and barber services,” said Dr. Sonia Angell, State Public Health Officer and Director of the California Department of Public Health. “However, COVID-19 is still present in our communities and we are still at risk. As we venture outside our homes, it is critically important to keep physical distance, wear face coverings in public, and wash hands frequently to help protect yourself and those around you.”

The Orange County Health Care Agency (HCA) has finally announced that 1,995 people have allegedly recovered from the COVID-19 virus here in Orange County.

The HCA did note however that while every case of the new coronavirus that causes COVID-19 is reported to HCA, there is no practical way to find out if they’ve recovered. Moreover, many people may have experienced some symptoms of COVID-19, but were have not been tested, making it impossible to know the exact number of COVID-19 infections and recoveries.

The HCA finally came up with an estimate by taking the difference between the prior 28-day cumulative case count and current day mortality to determine the current day recovered total. They also asked that we consider this data to be only an estimate and it should be interpreted with caution.

There are currently 5,578 COVID-19 victims in Orange County including 131 fatalities. There are 184 cases in Fullerton. A total of 131 new O.C. cases were announced today. There are currently 269 victims in local hospitals and 106 of them are in Intensive Care Units.

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

Santa Ana reports 1,032 cases

Anaheim reports 904 cases

Huntington Beach reports 329 cases

Garden Grove reports 286 cases

Orange reports 258 cases

Irvine reports 180 cases

Buena Park reports 160 cases

Newport Beach reports 139 cases

Westminster reports 108 cases

Tustin reports 89 cases

Costa Mesa reports 104 cases

Fountain Valley reports 53 cases

The California Department of Public Health announced on May 25 the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 94,558 confirmed cases and 3,795 deaths.

Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.

Following guidance from public health officials.

What to Do if You Think You’re SickCall ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough or shortness of breath) and may have had contact with a person with COVID-19, or recently traveled to countries with apparent community spread, call your health care provider before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken.

The O.C. Health Care Agency is reporting 67 COVID-19 cases in Fullerton as of today, April 26, 2020 and 2,074 cases Countywide. One death was reported today and 39 have died to date. A total of 105 new cases were also reported today. There are 148 victims currently in local hospitals and 55 are in Intensive Care Units.

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

Anaheim reports 285 cases – just ahead of Santa Ana’s 281 cases, for the County lead

Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.

Following guidance from public health officials.

What to Do if You Think You’re SickCall ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough or shortness of breath) and may have had contact with a person with COVID-19, or recently traveled to countries with apparent community spread, call your health care provider before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken.

The O.C. Health Care Agency is now reporting a total of 31 COVID-19 cases in Fullerton and 1,138 cases in Orange County. They also reported 62 new cases today but no new fatalities. So far there have been 17 deaths. Currently 124 victims are hospitalized including 57 in Intensive Care Units.

Here is how some of the other major cities in Orange County are faring:

Anaheim continues to lead the County with 128 cases

Irvine reports 91 cases

Santa Ana reports 87 cases

Newport Beach reports 81 cases

Orange reports 42 cases

Garden Grove reports 32 cases

Fullerton reports 31 cases

Costa Mesa reports 22 cases

Tustin reports 21 cases

Westminster reports 19 cases

As of April 8, 2020, there are a total of 18,309 positive cases and 492 deaths in California, according to the CA Dept. of Public Health.

Racial DemographicsThis initial information, representing 54 percent of COVID-19 cases and 53 percent of deaths, shows the race and ethnicity data is roughly in line with the diversity of California overall:

Latinos: 30% of cases and 26% of deaths (39% of the state’s population)

Whites: 37% of cases and 38% of deaths (37% of the state’s population)

African Americans/Blacks: 7% of cases and 8% of deaths (6% of the state’s population)

Asians: 13% of cases and 18% of deaths (15% of the state’s population)

Multiracial: 2% of cases and 1.5% of deaths (2% of the state’s population)

American Indians or Alaska Natives: 0.2% of cases and 0.4% of deaths (0.5% of the states’ population)

Native Hawaiians or Pacific Islanders: 2% of cases and .8% of deaths (0.3% of the state’s population)

How can people protect themselves?

There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). This occurs through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Older adults and people who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness. Every person has a role to play. So much of protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:

Washing hands with soap and water.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. If surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.

Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.

Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or your elbow.

Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.

Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.

If you are at higher risk for serious illness from COVID-19 because of your age or health condition, it is important for you to take actions to reduce your risk of getting sick with the disease, including:

Isolate at home and practice social distancing.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing, or having been in a public place.

Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick, and stay away from large gatherings and crowds.

Consider ways of getting food brought to your house through family, social, or commercial networks.

It is also important that you listen to public health officials who may recommend community actions to reduce potential exposure to COVID-19, especially if COVID-19 is spreading in your community.

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

Typically, human coronaviruses cause mild-to-moderate respiratory illness. Symptoms are very similar to the flu, including:

Fever

Cough

Shortness of breath

COVID-19 can cause more severe respiratory illness.

What if I have symptoms?

Patient: If a person develops symptoms of COVID-19, including fever, cough or shortness of breath, and has reason to believe they may have been exposed, they should call their health care provider before seeking care. Contacting them in advance will make sure that people can get the care they need without putting others at risk. Please be sure to tell your health care provider about your travel history. You can also take the following precautionary measures: avoid contact with sick individuals, wash hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.Health Care Provider: Patients who may have infection with this novel coronavirus should wear a surgical mask and be placed in an airborne infection isolation room. If an airborne infection isolation room is not available, the patient should be placed in a private room with the door closed. Health care providers should use standard, contact and airborne precautions and use eye protection. Please see “Update and Interim Guidance on Outbreak of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Wuhan, China” for more information about infection control. The Public Health Department will issue All Facility Letters to regulated healthcare facilities within California with updated information and guidance; these can be found on the AFL webpage.

California has partnered with Verily’s Project Baseline to launch a community COVID-19 testing program to expand screening and testing for high-risk individuals in certain areas of the state. High-risk individuals located in Santa Clara or San Mateo counties, or within 50 miles of the cities of Riverside or Sacramento, can complete the screener to see if they qualify for testing through this program. Potential participants need internet access and a Google account.

What should you do if you think you’re sick?

Call ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 and may have had contact with a person with COVID-19, or recently traveled to countries with apparent community spread, call your health care provider before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken.

Effective Saturday, April 11, the Orange County COVID-19 Public Information Hotline and Health Referral Line will take calls from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Residents can call 833-426-6411 to be connected to resources including the Health Referral Line, public assistance benefits, the District Attorney’s scams and price gouging hotline, and the Economic and Business Recovery hotline.

Residents with COVID-19 questions can contact the County of Orange COVID-19 Hotline at 1(833)426-6411 at any time, but individual hotline hours will vary.

Through the hotline, callers can be connected to the following resources:

The O.C. Health Care Agency is now reporting a total of 27 COVID-19 cases in Fullerton and 1,079 total cases in Orange County. There were 67 new cases reported today. There are currently 127 patients in area hospitals and 63 of them are in Intensive Care Units. To date there have been 17 deaths attributed to COVID-19. No new deaths were reported today.

35% of the COVID-19 deaths have involved Asian O.C. residents

59% of the fatalities involved males

53% of the deaths involved victims over the age of 65

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

Anaheim continues to lead the county with 114 cases

Irvine reports 90 cases

Newport Beach reports 81 cases

Santa Ana reports 78 cases

Huntington Beach reports 76 cases

Buena Park reports 35 cases

Laguna Beach reports 35 cases

Mission Viejo reports 31 cases

Garden Grove reports 30 cases

Fullerton reports 27 cases

Costa Mesa reports 21 cases

Tustin reports 19 cases

Fountain Valley reports 16 cases

Westminster reports 16 cases

As of April 8, 2020, there are a total of 18,309 positive cases and 492 deaths in California, according to the CA Public Health Dept.

Racial DemographicsThis initial information, representing 54 percent of COVID-19 cases and 53 percent of deaths, shows the race and ethnicity data is roughly in line with the diversity of California overall:

Latinos: 30% of cases and 26% of deaths (39% of the state’s population)

Whites: 37% of cases and 38% of deaths (37% of the state’s population)

African Americans/Blacks: 7% of cases and 8% of deaths (6% of the state’s population)

Asians: 13% of cases and 18% of deaths (15% of the state’s population)

Multiracial: 2% of cases and 1.5% of deaths (2% of the state’s population)

American Indians or Alaska Natives: 0.2% of cases and 0.4% of deaths (0.5% of the states’ population)

Native Hawaiians or Pacific Islanders: 2% of cases and .8% of deaths (0.3% of the state’s population)

How can people protect themselves?

There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). This occurs through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Older adults and people who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness. Every person has a role to play. So much of protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:

Washing hands with soap and water.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. If surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.

Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.

Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or your elbow.

Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.

Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.

If you are at higher risk for serious illness from COVID-19 because of your age or health condition, it is important for you to take actions to reduce your risk of getting sick with the disease, including:

Isolate at home and practice social distancing.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing, or having been in a public place.

Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick, and stay away from large gatherings and crowds.

Consider ways of getting food brought to your house through family, social, or commercial networks.

It is also important that you listen to public health officials who may recommend community actions to reduce potential exposure to COVID-19, especially if COVID-19 is spreading in your community.

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

Typically, human coronaviruses cause mild-to-moderate respiratory illness. Symptoms are very similar to the flu, including:

Fever

Cough

Shortness of breath

COVID-19 can cause more severe respiratory illness.

What if I have symptoms?

Patient: If a person develops symptoms of COVID-19, including fever, cough or shortness of breath, and has reason to believe they may have been exposed, they should call their health care provider before seeking care. Contacting them in advance will make sure that people can get the care they need without putting others at risk. Please be sure to tell your health care provider about your travel history. You can also take the following precautionary measures: avoid contact with sick individuals, wash hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.Health Care Provider: Patients who may have infection with this novel coronavirus should wear a surgical mask and be placed in an airborne infection isolation room. If an airborne infection isolation room is not available, the patient should be placed in a private room with the door closed. Health care providers should use standard, contact and airborne precautions and use eye protection. Please see “Update and Interim Guidance on Outbreak of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Wuhan, China” for more information about infection control. The Public Health Department will issue All Facility Letters to regulated healthcare facilities within California with updated information and guidance; these can be found on the AFL webpage.

The County of Orange surpassed 1,000 reported COVID-19 cases today, with a cumulative case count of 1,016 and 91 new cases, according to the O.C. Health Care Agency. The first Orange County case of COVID-19 was reported on January 25, 2020. To date, the County is reporting 17 deaths. There are currently 99 victims who are hospitalized and 59 of them are in Intensive Care Units.

Fullerton has 23 cases.

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

Anaheim leads the County with 104 cases

Irvine reports 89 case

Newport Beach reports 78 cases

Santa Ana now reports 74 cases.

Huntington Beach reports 73 cases

San Clemente reports 41 cases

Yorba Linda reports 32 cases

Garden Grove reports 28 cases

Mission Viejo reports 27 cases

Fullerton reports 23 cases

Fountain Valley reports 15 cases

The County Public Health lab and reporting labs have tested 11,791 people, of which 8.6 percent were confirmed positive with COVID-19.

As of April 7, 2020, there are a total of 16,957 positive cases and 442 deaths in California, according to the CA Public Health Department.

In an effort to flatten the curve, the California Department of Public Health has ordered residents to shelter in place with the exception of those who work in essential functions or for essential activities, like grocery shopping.

On Friday, April 3, the OC Health Care website www.ochealthinfo.com/novelcoronavirus began including a hospitalization chart showing cases over time so the community can access historical data on the number of people hospitalized with COVID-19.

“While we want to provide information that best educates our community during this pandemic, it’s important to understand that hospitalization numbers capture a point in time and will fluctuate daily,” said County Health Officer Dr. Nichole Quick. “Looking at historical data over a period of weeks can give us a better understanding of trends in our community.”

“We are grateful for the local and state partnerships that have allowed us to take the necessary measures to ensure Orange County is prepared for a likely increase in demand on our hospitals,” said Chairwoman Michelle Steel, Second District. “We will continue to assess the situation and determine any additional steps we need to take to ensure our community will have the services it needs.”

The O.C. Health Care Agency reported today 21 total cases of COVID-19 in Fullerton and 931 cases Countywide. A total of 50 new cases were reported today as well as one death. Thus far there have been a total of 15 deaths in Orange County due to COVID-19. There are 129 victims in the hospital and 75 of them are in Intensive Care Units.

How can people protect themselves?

There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). This occurs through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Older adults and people who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness. Every person has a role to play. So much of protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:

Washing hands with soap and water.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. If surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.

Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.

Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or your elbow.

Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.

Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.

If you are at higher risk for serious illness from COVID-19 because of your age or health condition, it is important for you to take actions to reduce your risk of getting sick with the disease, including:

Isolate at home and practice social distancing.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing, or having been in a public place.

Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick, and stay away from large gatherings and crowds.

Consider ways of getting food brought to your house through family, social, or commercial networks.

It is also important that you listen to public health officials who may recommend community actions to reduce potential exposure to COVID-19, especially if COVID-19 is spreading in your community.

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

Typically, human coronaviruses cause mild-to-moderate respiratory illness. Symptoms are very similar to the flu, including:

Fever

Cough

Shortness of breath

COVID-19 can cause more severe respiratory illness.

What if I have symptoms?

Patient: If a person develops symptoms of COVID-19, including fever, cough or shortness of breath, and has reason to believe they may have been exposed, they should call their health care provider before seeking care. Contacting them in advance will make sure that people can get the care they need without putting others at risk. Please be sure to tell your health care provider about your travel history. You can also take the following precautionary measures: avoid contact with sick individuals, wash hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.

As a reminder, the Governor’s “Safer at Home” order directs all residents to stay at home until further notice and to limit activity to only the most essential needs, such as medical care and grocery shopping. The complete State and orders are available online for the public to view.